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Internet www.kirsch-medical.de Orders are accepted during business hours. More information If you have questions or comments regarding this instruction manual or the unit, please contact your authorised regional spe- cialist dealer or contact KIRSCH directly. Refrigerator/freezer BL series 26.05.2021...
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Supplemental directives Other applicable documents Medical product book Stock directory Operating log 26.05.2021 Refrigerator/freezer BL series...
4.2 Final decommissioning of the unit......39 4.3 Putting the unit back into operation......39 Set-up, installation and connection........ 40 5.1 Setting up the unit............40 5.2 Installing the unit............40 5.3 Connecting the unit............. 40 Refrigerator/freezer BL series 26.05.2021...
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11.1 Status displays............67 11.2 Error messages............67 Decommissioning and disposal........73 12.1 Decommissioning unit..........73 12.2 Disposing of the unit..........73 Appendix................75 13.1 Declaration of conformity.......... 76 13.2 Technical data............78 13.3 Installation drawing........... 82 Index................... 83 26.05.2021 Refrigerator/freezer BL series...
1.1 Unit overview Model BL (example) Fig. 1: Blood bank refrigerator (housing) Key switch Display and control unit Ä Chapter 1.2 “Display and control elements” on page 12 Door lock Glass door Adjustable feet Door handle Refrigerator/freezer BL series 26.05.2021...
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Product description Unit overview Fig. 2: Blood bank refrigerator (interior) Circulation cooling Support rails Supports Drawer Melt water container Cooling machine 26.05.2021 Refrigerator/freezer BL series...
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Product description Unit overview FROSTER BL model (example) Fig. 3: Blood plasma freezer (housing) Key switch Ä Chapter 1.2 “Display and control Display and control unit elements” on page 12 Door lock Adjustable feet Door handle Refrigerator/freezer BL series 26.05.2021...
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Product description Unit overview Fig. 4: Blood plasma freezer (interior) Circulation cooling Support rails Supports Drawer Melt water container Cooling machine 26.05.2021 Refrigerator/freezer BL series...
Always operate unit in key position “1” in order to prevent manipulation. During normal operation, remove key and store it safely. 1.2.3 Function of buttons and displays For the functions of buttons and displays, see the following over- view: Refrigerator/freezer BL series 26.05.2021...
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Switch interior lighting on/off permanently. [SuperFrost] Activate SuperFrost function. [Humidity] Adjust humidity. [Light] Switch interior lighting on/off permanently. [Start] Start data read-out via a PC-KIT-STICK. [Cancel] Cancel data read-out via a PC-KIT-STICK. [Unassigned button] Unassigned button without function. 26.05.2021 Refrigerator/freezer BL series...
Depending on the unit components, the following keys are included in delivery: Unit key Door key (for lockable unit door) 1.4 Interfaces The unit is equipped with the following interface for connecting additional units (hereafter referred to as “modules”) for monitoring and documenting the temperature: Refrigerator/freezer BL series 26.05.2021...
With circulation cooling, the air circulates around the interior of the refrigerator. Circulation cooling is performed by means of ventila- tion plates and a fan. Circulation cooling reduces physically induced temperature differ- ences and the target temperature is kept constant throughout the interior. 26.05.2021 Refrigerator/freezer BL series...
When the defrosting process is active, the “Defrosting” LED dis- play lights up on the Display. Additional defrosting In addition to automatic defrosting, it is possible to start the defrosting process manually. Press button [Additional defrosting] for four seconds. ð The defrosting process begins. Refrigerator/freezer BL series 26.05.2021...
Ä “Interfaces” An unlimited number of units can be incorporated on page 15. For constant temperature monitoring, the unit can be equipped with Ä Chapter 1.7.1 “Tem- temperature documentation via the network perature documentation” on page 19. 26.05.2021 Refrigerator/freezer BL series...
1.7 Additional unit components The unit is equipped with standard equipment. The standard equipment can be supplemented with additional unit components. The following additional components are available for the unit: Temperature documentation via the network Interior lighting Refrigerator/freezer BL series 26.05.2021...
Not suitable for FROSTER BL 180 PRO-ACTIVE and FROSTER BL 650 PRO-ACTIVE External temperature docu- The sensor makes it possible to measure the tempera- mentation ture and transfer the data to existing interfaces on site. The user/owner may have to check for compatibility. 26.05.2021 Refrigerator/freezer BL series...
In units with a glass door, the interior lighting can be permanently switched on or off with the [Light] button. 1.7.3 Lockable glass door Door lock Your unit can be equipped with a lockable glass door. For more information on installing the glass door, contact KIRSCH. Refrigerator/freezer BL series 26.05.2021...
GSM module or by pressing a button on the GSM module. The optical alarm remains until the fault has been rectified and also acknowledged. Units without a potential-free contact can be retrofitted with a tem- perature sensor. 26.05.2021 Refrigerator/freezer BL series...
Hints and recommendations This symbol highlights useful hints and recommen- dations as well as information for efficient and trouble-free use of the unit. Refrigerator/freezer BL series 26.05.2021...
Do not store food or drink in the unit. Do not store chilled goods that exceed the carrying capacity of the wire shelves and drawers. 26.05.2021 Refrigerator/freezer BL series...
– Do not touch areas of the unit marked in this way. – These areas are very hot and can still cause burns several hours after the unit has been switched off. Refrigerator/freezer BL series 26.05.2021...
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This can lead to a temperature drop inside the unit, which can damage the chilled goods. – Make sure that the ventilation in the upper area is clear. – Do not cover ventilation grille with chilled goods. 26.05.2021 Refrigerator/freezer BL series...
Medical product book Stock directory Operating log Instruction manual The owner is obliged to make the instruction manual and the med- ical product book available to the users. They can delegate this task to an unit officer. Refrigerator/freezer BL series 26.05.2021...
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Name of unit officer, date of instruction, and name of instructed person Information on safety checks and maintenance Information on malfunctions and operating errors Reporting of incidents to the authorities and to KIRSCH Stock directory The stock directory contains at least the following information: Description, sort and type...
– It is prohibited to use any accessories other than those described and sold by the manufac- turer. Spare parts that are not genuine Kirsch spare parts may increase electromagnetic emitted interference or reduce the electromag- netic immunity of the unit.
±1 kV for input and output lines Voltage impulses/surges 1 kV, conductor-con- The quality of the power supply must IEC 61000-4-5 ductor be equivalent to that of a typical com- mercial or hospital environment. ±2 kV, conductor-earth 26.05.2021 Refrigerator/freezer BL series...
Safety distance, dependent on the transmission frequency (m) mitter (W) 150 kHz to 80 MHz 80 MHz to 800 MHz 800 MHz to 2.7 GHz D=1.2 √P D=1.2 √P D=1.2 √P 0.01 0.12 0.12 0.23 0.38 0.38 0.73 Refrigerator/freezer BL series 26.05.2021...
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80 MHz to 2.7 GHz vidual frequency ranges b. Disturbances can occur in the vicinity of units that are marked with the following symbol: NOTE 1: At 80 MHz and 800 MHz the higher frequency range applies. 26.05.2021 Refrigerator/freezer BL series...
18 Hz can be used. As this does not correspond to the current modulation, this would be the worst case. 3.7 Safety markings Type plate The type plate is mounted in the interior of the unit. 26.05.2021 Refrigerator/freezer BL series...
They must not be subject to any direction as regards the inspec- tion activity. They must have suitable measuring and testing equipment. Trained medical technicians are suitable, for example. The inspector must provide proof of their qualification upon request by the responsible authority. Refrigerator/freezer BL series 26.05.2021...
Personal protective equipment protects staff members from dan- gers that could affect their safety or health at work. Always wear the personal protective equipment specified in the various chapters of this manual before starting the relevant task. 26.05.2021 Refrigerator/freezer BL series...
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Protective gloves protect the hands from friction, abrasions, piercing or deeper injuries as well as from contact with hot sur- faces. Safety shoes Safety shoes protect the feet from crushing, from falling parts, and from slipping on slippery ground. Refrigerator/freezer BL series 26.05.2021...
– During transport and set-up, do not bend or pierce the tubing and the evaporator. – Do not damage the surface coat (scratching it off, for example). – Wear safety glasses and protective gloves when handling the refrigerant circuit. 26.05.2021 Refrigerator/freezer BL series...
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Inform your specialist dealer of any location changes! If the unit is set up at a different location by the owner or the unit officer, inform the responsible medical product advisor about the change of loca- tion. Refrigerator/freezer BL series 26.05.2021...
The temperature alarm is active at the earliest when the target temperature is reached, and at the latest after two hours of unit operation. When the unit has reached its target temperature, place the chilled goods in the unit. 26.05.2021 Refrigerator/freezer BL series...
Install the unit as shown in the installation drawing provided. 5.3 Connecting the unit Connecting The unit is designed according to protection class I and protection type IP 20 and is ready to be plugged in. Refrigerator/freezer BL series 26.05.2021...
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Set-up, installation and connection Connecting the unit Ensure the connection conditions specified in the technical data and on the type plate. Check the connecting cable of the power plug for damage. Plug in power plug. 26.05.2021 Refrigerator/freezer BL series...
4 - Wait until the target temperature is reached. Ä Chapter 7.5 “Stocking the unit” on page 56. 5 - Stock the unit Ä Chapter 6.3 “Instruction and unit 6 - Instruct the unit officer handover” on page 48. Refrigerator/freezer BL series 26.05.2021...
The target temperature specifies the temperature at which the unit is operated to store the chilled goods in optimal conditions. The target temperature of the unit is preset by KIRSCH. The preset value of the target temperature is in accordance with the unit-specific standards.
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Monitor the temperature progression on the Display or using optional temperature documentation (e.g. KIRSCH-PC-KIT). Read the current temperature and monitor the subsequent temperature progression until the target temperature is reached. Refrigerator/freezer BL series 26.05.2021...
Recommended temperature warning limits for FROSTER To ensure that the unit functions properly, the tem- perature warning limits must be set for FROSTER models as shown in table Ä “Temperature warning limits” on page 46. 26.05.2021 Refrigerator/freezer BL series...
Press button [Temperature warning max.]. ð The upper temperature warning limit is shown on the Dis- play. Lower temperature warning limit Press button [Temperature warning min.]. ð The lower temperature warning limit is shown on the Dis- play. Refrigerator/freezer BL series 26.05.2021...
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Turn unit key to position “1”. ð The Display shows the current interior temperature. The set temperature warning limits are saved automatically. The temperature warning limits are retained after a power failure and after the unit has been switched off. 26.05.2021 Refrigerator/freezer BL series...
The unit has been commissioned on page 42. Instruct the unit officer. Create the medical product book. Create a stock directory. Hand the medical product book, stock directory and instruc- tion manual over to the owner. Refrigerator/freezer BL series 26.05.2021...
Stock the unit when the target temperature is reached. The door is stiff when it is first opened Cooling creates a vacuum in the interior, so you may require additional force when opening the door for the first time. 26.05.2021 Refrigerator/freezer BL series...
ð The minimum value of the temperature memory is dis- played. Erasing the temperature memory Press and hold button [Max.]. Press button [Reset]. ð The Display shows The maximum value of the temperature memory is erased. Press and hold button [Min.]. Refrigerator/freezer BL series 26.05.2021...
IP address of unit (example) 180.160.15.1 IP address of standard gateway 180.160.15.2 (example) For temperature monitoring via the network, the KIRSCH-DATANET software (version 5.0 or higher) must be installed (complete assembly and connection manual is supplied with PC-KIT-NET). 26.05.2021 Refrigerator/freezer BL series...
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At levels L52 and L53 repeat steps 6 to 10 until the IP address of the unit has been entered completely. Set key switch to “1” to complete your input. ð The IP address of the unit has been set up. Refrigerator/freezer BL series 26.05.2021...
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ð The next digits of the subnet mask are displayed. At levels L57 and L58 repeat steps 6 to 10 until the subnet mask has been entered completely. Set key switch to “1” to complete your input. ð The subnet mask has been set up. 26.05.2021 Refrigerator/freezer BL series...
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At levels L62 and L63 repeat steps 6 to 10 until the IP address of the standard gateway has been entered com- pletely. Set key switch to “1” to complete your input. ð The IP address of the standard gateway has been set up. Refrigerator/freezer BL series 26.05.2021...
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18 and “Assembly and con- nection manual – PC-KIT-STICK/PC-KIT-NET”). The KIRSCH-DATANET software (version 5.0 or higher) has been installed on the local PC or local network. Ä Chapter 7.2 “Switching off the unit” Switch off the unit on page 50.
– After any contamination, clean, disinfect and sterilise the unit and the chilled goods. – Clean, disinfect and sterilise the unit in line with this instruction manual during operation. – Comply with the applicable requirements for personal hygiene, disinfection and sterilisation. Refrigerator/freezer BL series 26.05.2021...
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The cooling chain for the chilled goods as specified by the rele- vant manufacturer has been maintained. Stock the unit with chilled goods. If the door is open for more than 60 seconds, deactivate the door-open alarm if necessary. 26.05.2021 Refrigerator/freezer BL series...
Using other disinfectants If disinfectants other than those mentioned above are used, test them at an inconspicuous location before their first use. Use only acid-free disinfectants. If in doubt, contact KIRSCH. Cleaning and disinfecting the unit Protective equipment: Chemical-resistant protective gloves CAUTION!
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Put drawers and shelves back in the unit. Wipe the door seal only with clear water and rub until thor- oughly dry. Ä Chapter 7.1 “Switching on the unit” Switch on the unit on page 49. 26.05.2021 Refrigerator/freezer BL series...
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Cleaning and disinfection Cleaning the housing Painted housing Treat the housing with cleaning and care products for painted surfaces. Stainless steel housing Treat the housing with cleaning and care products for stain- less steel. Refrigerator/freezer BL series 26.05.2021...
Perform safety inspection every two years! The unit should be inspected by the owner in line with DGUV regulation 3 (formerly BGV A3). Subject the unit to a safety inspection at regular intervals, but at least every two years. 26.05.2021 Refrigerator/freezer BL series...
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Create a simulation of chilled goods for the sensor. Attach measuring sensor in the interior at medium height. Read temperature after 120 minutes. Ä Chapter 8 After the check, clean and disinfect the unit “Cleaning and disinfection” on page 58. Refrigerator/freezer BL series 26.05.2021...
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Ä Chapter 8 “Cleaning and disinfection” on page 58. Checking the condenser Remove the dust from the condenser (Fig. 6) at least every six months in order to avoid affecting the performance of the cooling machine. 26.05.2021 Refrigerator/freezer BL series...
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Document the following results of the tests: Date of performance Results of the individual tests Other test results The owner is obliged to keep the documenta- tion of the safety inspection at least until the next inspection. Refrigerator/freezer BL series 26.05.2021...
The remote warning contact has been triggered. Door-open alarm The door is open Deactivate buzzer. for more than 60 Close door. seconds. The door-open alarm is not for- warded via the remote warning contact. 26.05.2021 Refrigerator/freezer BL series...
The buzzer is deactivated, the alarm cause has been rectified, but the alarm continues to appear on the display. Press button [Reset]. ð The alarm has been acknowledged. The display shows the temperature of the chilled goods. Refrigerator/freezer BL series 26.05.2021...
(e.g. electric shocks) and damage (e.g. fire, damage to chilled goods). – Have repairs performed by the service depart- ment. – Use KIRSCH replacement parts. – Do not make independent additions or changes to the unit. – If in doubt, contact KIRSCH. 26.05.2021 Refrigerator/freezer BL series...
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Reduced cooling performance can cause considerable damage to chilled goods. – Select an alternative storage location for the chilled goods. – Ensure operating and storage conditions. – Transfer chilled goods to new location. Refrigerator/freezer BL series 26.05.2021...
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Perform the recommended measures. Acknowledge the alarm messages. For repairs, contact the service department: The following company has been commissioned and authorised by KIRSCH to provide service for the unit: Ä “Service contact” on page 4 CAUTION! Danger of damage due to interrupted cooling...
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Contact the service depart- The temperature of the chilled ment. goods can fluctuate. Relay X: Transfer chilled goods to new location. Defect in the relevant relay. Contact the service depart- The temperature of the chilled ment. goods can fluctuate. Refrigerator/freezer BL series 26.05.2021...
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(for example due to limits. very warm chilled goods or Monitor the temperature pro- because the door was open gression. too long). If it does not normalise, con- tact the service department. Transfer chilled goods to new location. 26.05.2021 Refrigerator/freezer BL series...
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– The USB flash drive cannot be matted in FAT-32 format. read. Error message: Remove USB flash drive and USB flash drive was removed – – try again after 1 minute. while copying process was ongoing. Refrigerator/freezer BL series 26.05.2021...
– Do not damage, burn or short-circuit the battery. – Dispose of the battery in accordance with regional regulations. – If in doubt, consult the local communal authority or special disposal specialists regarding envi- ronmentally friendly disposal. 26.05.2021 Refrigerator/freezer BL series...
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– Dispose of the unit in accordance with the regional regulations for electrical and electronic units. – If in doubt, consult the local communal authority or special disposal specialists regarding envi- ronmentally friendly disposal. Refrigerator/freezer BL series 26.05.2021...
Appendix Appendix Depending on the model, the appendix contains the following appli- cable documents: Declaration of conformity Technical data Installation drawing 26.05.2021 Refrigerator/freezer BL series...
DIN EN ISO 9001:2015 DIN EN ISO 13485:2016 DIN EN ISO 14971:2020 DIN 58371:2010-09 Harmonised standards EN 61010-1:2010+A1:2019 EN 61010-2-11:2017 EN 60601-1-2:2015 EN/IEC 61000-3-2:2014 0483 EN/IEC 61000-3-3:2013 Refrigerator/freezer BL series 26.05.2021...
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DIN EN ISO 13485:2016 DIN EN ISO 14971:2020 DIN 58375:2004-11 Harmonised standards EN 61010-1:2010+A1:2019 EN 61010-2-11:2017 EN 60601-1-2:2015 EN/IEC 61000-3-2:2014 EN/IEC 61000-3-3:2013 Willstätt, 20.05.2021 0483 Dr. Jochen Kopitzke Managing Director 26.05.2021 Refrigerator/freezer BL series...
49 x 39 x 10 upper 56 x 39 x 10 sion (WxDxH) in cm drawers 51 x 31 x 10 bottom drawer Max. load capacity 25 / - 50 / - 50 / - 50 / - drawer/shelf in kg Refrigerator/freezer BL series 26.05.2021...
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13 cm less) height 13 cm less) height 13 cm less) Exterior dimensions 77 x 166 70 x 136 70 x 136 74 x 142 with door open 90° (WxD) in cm Shelf size (WxD) in 26.05.2021 Refrigerator/freezer BL series...
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(WxDxH) in cm (usable width 3 cm, usable depth 11 cm, usable height 14 cm less) Exterior dimensions 77 x 144 86 x 177 77 x 166 with door open 90° (WxD) in cm Shelf size (WxD) in Refrigerator/freezer BL series 26.05.2021...
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